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The Secret to the Perfect Roux (and the perfect GUMBO ROUX!)
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Everything you need to know for to make the perfect roux!
Course
Appetizers & Side Dishes
Cuisine
American
Prep Time
30
minutes
mins
Servings
12
Calories
174
Author
Alyssa--In Fine Taste
Ingredients
1
cup
butter, oil, or lard
1- 1.25
cups
flour
if using an oil for your roux, you may need 1.25 cups flour to help thicken it.
Instructions
Take a heavy-bottomed pot place it over medium-low heat. Add your fat, oil, or butter (your choice!) to the pot with flour.
Whisk together until you have no lumps. Continue to stir the roux constantly until you reach the desired color.
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Nutrition
Calories:
174
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
8
g
|
Protein:
1
g
|
Fat:
15
g
|
Saturated Fat:
10
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
4
g
|
Trans Fat:
1
g
|
Cholesterol:
41
mg
|
Sodium:
135
mg
|
Potassium:
16
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
473
IU
|
Calcium:
6
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg